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Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Dec 12, 2022
Marion Davies, born Marion Cecilia Douras, was a talented actress, producer, screenwriter, and philanthropist. She appeared in films as well as on stage and television throughout her career, beginning as a chorus girl to becoming a featured Ziegfeld Follies performer. Her life both on- and off-scre read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Dec 10, 2022
Aline MacMahon was an Academy Award-nominated actress who appeared on stage, film, and television. She also studied the craft of Method Acting very seriously, becoming the first method actress in films. John Strangeland’s Aline MacMahon: The Golden Age of Hollywood, Red Channels and the read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Dec 10, 2022
Nancy Olson Livingston is an Academy Award-nominated actress who appeared in numerous well-known films, including Sunset Boulevard (1950), The Absent-Minded Professor (1961), and many others. Her autobiography, A Front Row Seat: An Intimate Look at Broadway, Hollywood, and the Age of Glamour deliver read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Dec 8, 2022
When a film comes out–especially one that is based on a book–audiences sometimes read the book before seeing the film, if they have not already delved into the original text. In other cases, film iterations of literary works inspire individuals to pursue the initial text, offering additi read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Dec 1, 2022
Clifton Webb was a gifted actor of Hollywood’s Golden Age, which succeeded in various film genres. He was born Webb Parmelee Hollenbeck on November 19, 1889, in Indianapolis, Indiana, to Jacob and Mabel Hollenbeck. His parents separated soon after Webb’s birth. A few years later, Webb’s mother read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Dec 1, 2022
Dr. Annette Bochenek loves to take Hometowns to Hollywood on the road–in person or virtually–in order to offer fun and engaging presentations about Hollywood’s Golden Age. Her presentations range from focusing on various subjects related to Golden Age Hollywood, in addition to pres read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Nov 3, 2022
Journey to the Center of the Earth (1959) is a screen spectacle that was highly anticipated among fans of adventure and science fiction. This color film, distributed by 20th Century Fox and produced by Charles Brackett, stars James Mason, Pat Boone, and Arlene Dahl. Based upon Jules Verne’s novel read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Nov 2, 2022
Dr. Annette Bochenek loves to take Hometowns to Hollywood on the road–in person or virtually–in order to offer fun and engaging presentations about Hollywood’s Golden Age. Her presentations range from focusing on various subjects related to Golden Age Hollywood, in addition to pres read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Nov 1, 2022
“They say I love money. I do, though it was pretty cold comfort, a pretty poor substitute, for all I’d lost.” –Betty Compson Betty Compson was born Eleanor Luicime Compson on March 19, 1897, in Beaver, Utah. Her parents were Virgil and Mary Compson. Her father worked as a mining read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Oct 23, 2022
While Classic Hollywood explored numerous original storylines, remakes were also a common occurrence. Studios would revisit their previous films with more current contract players or even reimagine non-musical films as musical remakes. In other cases, stories would even be altered or expanded to ac read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Oct 20, 2022
Among many classic Hollywood musical remakes, there is Lovely to Look At (1952), which is based upon the Broadway musical Roberta from 1933. Lovely to Look At (1952) stars Kathryn Grayson, Red Skelton, Howard Keel, Marge Champion, Gower Champion, and Ann Miller. In between the premiere of the stage read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Oct 19, 2022
It’s spooky season and the best time of year to revisit some classic Hollywood horror films! This year, the Chicago Public Library–Austin-Irving Branch invited me to present my “A Hollywood Halloween” program as part of their 31 Days of Horror screenings. In advance of the pr read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Oct 14, 2022
I’m delighted to share that three of my articles and one blogathon have been nominated for Classic Movie Blog Association awards! Thanks so much to fellow bloggers who voted for my articles. You can view my nominated articles and blogathon here: Best Comedy/Musical Review: Hail the Conquerin read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Oct 4, 2022
Marcy McGuire was an actress and singer who was already working in the entertainment industry by her teenage years. She was born on February 22, 1926, in Kansas City, Kansas, as Marilyn Jeanne McGuire, to film projectionist James McGuire and his wife, Annona. Her parents divorced during her childhoo read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Oct 3, 2022
The Autry Museum of the American West is a Los Angeles, California, museum that not only features a wide range of exhibits but also includes public programs such as lectures, film screenings, theater performances, family events, festivals, and music. In addition, the museum supports research and con read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Oct 2, 2022
The Chicago International Film Festival returns this October! In its 58th year, there are many exciting films and appearances to enjoy in this iteration of the festival. The Chicago International Film Festival is North America’s longest-running competitive film festival, with venues throughout read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Oct 1, 2022
Dr. Annette Bochenek loves to take Hometowns to Hollywood on the road–in person or virtually–in order to offer fun and engaging presentations about Hollywood’s Golden Age. Her presentations range from focusing on various subjects related to Golden Age Hollywood, in addition to pres read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Sep 27, 2022
The Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising (FIDM) functions as a private for-profit college with multiple campuses in California, offering degree programs in fashion, entertainment, beauty, interior design, and graphic design. I was lu read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Sep 27, 2022
The Heartland International Film Festival (HIFF) is back for another exciting round of programming, including an array of new and familiar venues! In this 31st year of the festival, there are virtual options in addition to events being held in-person at Newfields, Living Room Theaters, Kan-Kan Cinem read more
Hometowns to Hollywood Posted by Annette Bochenek on Sep 22, 2022
After two long years, it was so nice to have Noir City back in Chicago for another thrilling lineup! While I could only attend one evening of films this time around, it was an evening well worth celebrating. The pandemic affected lives all over the world and the possibility of gathering. The moviego read more